An Out Of State Look

After some reflection, I've realized that I've done a horrible job at profiling games featuring Kentucky teams and out-of-state teams, especially those taking place outside the wonderful state of Kentucky. So, without further ado, here's a look at some out-of-state games this weekend...

--Sheldon Clark @ Fairland, OH
This is the third game of the season for the Fairland Dragons of Proctorville, Ohio. For your information, Proctorville is found on the Ohio River just northeast of Huntington, West Virginia. The Dragons should be tested by Sheldon Clark, which has won its first three on the season.

--South Fulton, TN @ Fulton City
The Bulldogs of Fulton City start their season with four games against out-of-state opponent. This is the third and final game against a team from Tennessee. One thing to note: Fulton County beat South Fulton (TN) by a 56-18 count in week one.

--Lake County, TN @ Fulton County
A week after a curious trip to Lafayette (which ended with a 45-0 loss) the Pilots look to get back on a winning track. After failing to score last week, Fulton County was averaging 56.5 points per game. They should be able to score against the squad from Tiptonville, Tennessee.

--Memphis Ridgeway, TN @ Hopkinsville
The Tigers are 0-2 with quality losses to Male and Mayfield. In order to pick up that first win, Hoptown will have to race past the Roadrunners, which captured a Tennessee football state championship in 2002.

--Beechwood @ Kettering Alter, OH
Considered one of the best teams in Class A, the Beechwood Tigers will travel out of state this week to take on Kettering Alter Knights of Ohio. Kettering Alter is the alma mater for former Notre Dame and Chicago Bulls guard John Paxson.

--Lee County, VA @ Middlesboro
Middlesboro's one trip out of state this season resulted in a resounding 42-7 loss at Knoxville Central in Tennessee. Virginia's Lee County should be a simpler test, and it should produce Middlesboro's third straight win.

--Ashland Blazer @ Portsmouth West, OH
The Tomcats of Ashland Blazer are on fire, as they've defeated 2A powers Belfry and Russell in consecutive weeks. Before district play begins, they take a trip outside Kentucky to take on Portsmouth West.

--Breathitt County @ Pound Valley, VA
Like their district rival Middlesboro, Breathitt County will take a trip outside the state for a game against a Virginia rival. The Bobcats are looking to recover from a loss to 2A power Western last week.

--Louisville Holy Cross @ Providence, IN
One of Class A's best will head across the Ohio, as the Cougars leave the Bluegrass for a game at Providence of Indiana. Keep in mind that Waggener beat Providence 13-0 in week two, and South Oldham will play them in Kentucky on October 6th.

--Midland Trail, WV @ Shelby Valley
Shelby Valley, which is located in Pikeville, has already played one game against a Mountaineer State foe this season. Two weeks ago, the Valley dropped a 48-43 decision to Matewan, WV. They'll be looking for a win over Midland Trail before facing district foe Pike Central next week.

--Oneida, TN @ Williamsburg
The final Kentucky-versus-the-world game of the week features Williamsburg, which has won their last two games by a cumulative total of 96-6. One of those wins came against Tennessee team Jelico, and they'd like to make it two and a row against Volunteer State teams.

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Kentucky versus...

Tennessee: 8-9
Indiana: 4-3
Ohio: 2-7
Illinois: 0-1
West Virginia: 1-1

Total: 15-21

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By the way, Clay County improved its record to 4-0 last night with a big 62-6 win at Knott County Central.